I was given a sneak peek at the first 2 chapters and I’ll definitely be reading the rest! I saw the hype for this series on BookTok, so naturally I had to be a bit cautious. So far I like the author's writing style and I feel like I could really enjoy this one.

Thank you NetGalley for the arc!

The two chapters make you want to read more. I am excited, I have to find a copy.
Thank you for a great teaser NetGalley and to the publisher Angry Robot.

Thank you to Angry Robot and NetGalley for a galley copy of this book in exchange for an honest review!

THIS IS WHAT I WANT TO SEE IN A ROMANTASY. While there were tropes that we all love (enemies to lovers, forced proximity, hidden heir), they were all used within a greater narrative arc. None were used as mechanisms to hang the entire plot on, they just supported the story.

The premise of the story is unique. In a way it reminds me of The Reaping from Hunger Games, but also is altogether different. I appreciated that there was no massive info dump at the beginning of the story and that as the world gradually grows for our FMC, so does the reader’s knowledge of it.

Speaking of the FMC, I loved Dawsyn. She was a honey badger in the best way. There was a maturity to her that you don’t see in younger romantasy heroines. She was resolved to survive the challenges of her life, and didn’t take anything lying down.

I loved the MMC that Ryon is. I loved that he let Dawsyn be who she is, and made it a point several times to tell her he would never try to control her, that her decisions were her own. He supported her and loved her, and their quippy banter even after falling for each other was fun to see.

I am now clambering for book 2. There were a couple of twists I figured out, but there were more I didn’t see coming - including the cliffhanger ending! As I said in the beginning of this review, THAT IS WHAT I WANT TO SEE IN ROMANTASY! I have missed this feeling when reading romantasy.

Great start! I will definitely be reading the rest of the book! I wish it had been a little longer but didn’t realize it was just the first couple of chapters when I requested it.

Okay wow. This was just an exclusive sampler but I'm already so in love. Two chapters and I want more. I really wanna know how the story will evolve. Will definitely picking this up.

The first chapter had a strong start and then the second chapter focused on a weird friends-with-benefits situation that essentially negated the excitement I felt about the first chapter. I didn’t want to read a somewhat detailed sex scene about characters I just met. It felt unnecessary.

It was a fantastic read.
A mesmerizing world and very realistic character.
I could not put it down.

This sample is just enough to give readers a feel for the world, the FMC, and the authors style of writing. After reading this snippet, I will absolutely be purchasing the book!

I've only read the first two chapters of this book and already intrigued by the world created. This brutal world created on an icy ledge where survival is not the only thing the characters must be concerned with. They may also be selected or harvested by the beings that come every season to make their selection. The characters are not certain what happens to those who are selected but they can only imagine the horrors that wait for those taken. I'm excited to continue this book.

First of all, congratulations on an awesome beginning of a series! I was immediately hooked and didn't want to put it down. She wrote characters that you could fall in love with despite their obvious flaws.
Found family is one of my favorite tropes and its got the makings of a great one with this trilogy.
The side characters are *chefs kiss* and they'll only get better.
The world building is so good and it made sense without being overly complicated.

I definitely recommend this one. It is adult fantasy but the spice level is quite low. Slow burn/ enemies to lovers/ great banter.

Thank you to NetGalley for the eARC.

I don’t even know where to begin with this book, Stacey is a vision. This story has such an original plot, and reminds me kind of like a mix between the hunger games and a little bit of divergent with fae. I was truly obsessed with the MMC in this book I cannot wait to see what happens in Chasm because that plot twist really really threw me. I did not see it coming and I thought the FMC was going to get a happy ever after, but I’m so excited for her revenge arc and getting back at the people that tried to destroy her. Stacey CRUSHED this one!!!!

Going into Ledge, I wasn’t sure what to expect but the cover alone had captivated me — however by the end, I realized it’s one of those books that feels like the opening move in a much bigger game. Not everything lands perfectly, but there’s enough grit and promise here that I’m all in for the rest of the trilogy. (Because quitting a series halfway through? DNF who!?). Fans of Sarah J. Maas and Jennifer L Armentrout will feel right at home: it’s dark and messy, a little savage at times, and that’s only half the charm.

Highlights:
The atmosphere grabbed me immediately. Imagine the Wall from Game of Thrones and The Gauntlet from fourth wing had a baby — that's the setting, and it’s every bit as bleak and brutal as it sounds. Everything from the shattered world to the smart-mouthed heroine to the broody supernatural love interest — bonus points because Ryon has wings. (Automatic points from me. Wings will do that, but we already know why? IYKYK). Dawsyn might seem reckless and immature at times, but it tracks. If you’ve spent your whole life clawing to survive in isolation why would you worry about being mature in the face of danger? I specially adored that she stayed rough around the edges, it makes her stand out in between heroines. The final plot drop was everything to me, I personally love (and hate) and author who isn't afraid to unalive anyone for the sake of the plot. In my opinion it makes it raw, real and far more deep.

What didn’t quite land:
The romance needed more breathing room. It wasn’t straight-up instalove, but the connection felt more told than shown — I wanted more moments that earned the shift from enemies to something deeper. And the steam? All buildup, little payoff. The tension was there, but the execution left me a little cold (pun intended). Worldbuilding, too, stayed frustratingly shallow. There were glimpses of a fascinating magic system and culture behind the Glacians, but it never fully fleshed out. I kept waiting for it to dig deeper, and it just... didn’t.

In the end:
Ledge is rough, wild, and unfinished — but there’s so much raw energy in this story that it’s impossible to look away. It’s setting the stage for something bigger, and Dawsyn’s journey feels like it’s barely getting started. I’m strapped in for the rest of the ride, hoping the next books dive even deeper into the story’s potential and more worldbuilding, please!

The sample of Ledge is very descriptive, so interesting and draws you in. If this is preemptive for the rest of the book, it should be a thrilling read.

This sampler gave me a good idea of Stacey McEwan's writing. As I explore the fantasy genre, I find that it helps to read a few chapters before getting into the book. I think I am engaged and the winter chill has got me so I'll definitely be proceeding to read the final story.

I’ve never read anything by Stacey McEwan but from just two chapters I can see why she’s so popular. She really sucks you in with her writing. I did not realize this book was already released when I hit read now, was just interested in the sample but should’ve paid closer attention. I’ll be finishing the book and sequel so I can preorder the next book!

Instantly hooked!

The action and concept grabbed me from the first page.

I’ve seen this series around but did not know anything about it and had no idea what the premise was - safe to say it’s going on my tbr immediately.

Dawsyn seems like she’s going to be a formidable protagonist.

Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher & the author for the opportunity read this sample ARC!

Good news! My request to read and review an exclusive sampler ebook (the first two chapters) of the debut novel ledge by Stacey McEwan was approved!

Of course this meant I had to head to the library the next day to pick up hard copies of the entire Glacian Trilogy because I was hooked from the first page of Ledge, which is not surprising given the book’s popularity. So far I’m loving Ledge! I’ve had this trilogy on my tbr since I first stumbled upon McEwan’s Instagram account which is clever and brilliant and all things good. You should go give her a follow and grab the trilogy in advance of “A Forbidden Alchemy” (book one in a new duology) that’s released June 30 (and yes, I’m happily sitting on an advance ebook on #netgalley and planning on reading it soon).

Full review to follow soon!

I really liked the concept of this book so finding this sampler was great!

Being dropped straight into some action is always a winning opener for me and Ledge feels tense from the get go! The setting is one I haven't seen before and I think it will add to the whole feeling of the book. The world building is right there from the start and in all these were a great few sample chapters.

I will be adding this to my TBR!

Well, I need to read this book now.

This totally drew me in. I need more. Thank you.

I appreciate the opportunity to sample this eARC! Thank you for allowing me to voluntarily leave honest feedback.

I can't wait to devour this WHOLE series!!

This was an arc of only the first 2 chapters but I am hooked! This will almost satisfy your dystopian fantacy cravings, but will leave you wanting seconds.